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A large crowd of concerned citizens gathered at the Knights of Columbus Hall Thursday for a discussion of the issue of solar farms.

A large crowd of concerned citizens gathered at the Knights of Columbus Hall Thursday for a discussion of the issue of solar farms.

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Solar farm discussion held at K of C Hall

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
GLADWINThe increasing push for solar farms was the topic of a meeting held Thursday at the Knights of Columbus Hall.David T. Stevenson, Director of Energy and Environmental Policy at the Midland-based Mackinac Center for Public Policy, addressed a gathering of about 300 people.
Crowd of people inside Jays Sporting Goods for A Northern Tradition event.

Crowd of people inside Jays Sporting Goods for A Northern Tradition event.

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A Northern Tradition raises nearly $70,000

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
CLAREver 500 people attendedOthe 23rd annual A Northern Tradition, Mid Michigan College’s annual fundraiser, which took place recently at Jay’s Sporting Goods in Clare.

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Clare County siblings charged with Conspiracy and Medicaid Fraud

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
LANSINGOn April 29, Steven John Caplan, 31, and Kayla Marie Earls, 35, both of Harrison, were arraigned before Judge Lisa Babcock of the 54B District Court in East Lansing for allegedly committing transportation fraud in the Medicaid program, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.
The trunk of a balsam fir heavily infested with balsam woolly adelgid. The insect’s egg sacs appear as small, white, cottony masses on fir trunks and branches.

The trunk of a balsam fir heavily infested with balsam woolly adelgid. The insect’s egg sacs appear as small, white, cottony masses on fir trunks and branches.

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Invasive balsam woolly adelgid detected in Roscommon County

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
LANSINGBalsam woolly adelgid, a tiny, sap-feeding insect that attacks true fir trees, has been detected at the Backus Creek State Game Area in Roscommon County.
SANFORD LAKE NEARING NORMAL “LEGAL” LAKE LEVEL

SANFORD LAKE NEARING NORMAL “LEGAL” LAKE LEVEL

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SANFORD LAKE NEARING NORMAL “LEGAL” LAKE LEVEL

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
The winter lake level hold was lifted, and we started to raise Sanford Lake level on May 1. The lake is now at an elevation of 630.0 feet (within legal level range) with six inches to go until it reaches the maximum range of Sanford’s legal level (630.5 feet).
Can pet cancer be prevented? What owners should know

Can pet cancer be prevented? What owners should know

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Can pet cancer be prevented? What owners should know

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My 11-year-old dog “Jethro” is being treated for cancer. At first, I didn’t pay attention to the little lumps that appeared on his skin, and he seemed healthy otherwise. But at his annual checkup, the vet said the lumps were suspicious.
Gladwin Mayor Sarah Kile said she will not be running for re-election this fall at Monday’s Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council.

Gladwin Mayor Sarah Kile said she will not be running for re-election this fall at Monday’s Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council.

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Mayor Kile will not seek re-election

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
GLADWINMayor Sarah Kile said she would not be running for re-election this fall during Monday’s Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council.
Gladwin Summer Street Fest returns

Gladwin Summer Street Fest returns

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Gladwin Summer Street Fest returns

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
GLADWINMark your calendars! The highly anticipated Gladwin Summer Street Fest is back and better than ever on Saturday, July 11, 2026, bringing a full day of excitement, entertainment, and community spirit to downtown Gladwin.
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